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Perforated\/Expanded Metal Catalog<\/strong><\/a> (Interactive)
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Architectural Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Architectural expanded metal<\/a> is made from a self-contained piece of metal that has been die cut and stretched into a diamond pattern with architectural flare. Architectural expanded metal<\/a> is lightweight, strong, aesthetically pleasing, and can be used for both decorative<\/a> and functional applications. For more on architectural expanded metal<\/a>, click here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Bond<\/div>The intersection of two strands in an expanded metal sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">Bond<\/a> Side Shearing<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

This cut is made along the length<\/a> of the expanded sheet on the center line of the Bond<\/div>The intersection of two strands in an expanded metal sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">bond<\/a> over the specified length<\/a>. In most cases it is not practical to attempt to Bond<\/div>The intersection of two strands in an expanded metal sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">Bond<\/a> Side Shear either regular or flattened<\/a> expanded metal<\/a>, because of camber<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Custom Fabricated Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Custom fabricated expanded metal<\/a> is economical and very versatile. This metal product allows for the passage of air and is a cost-effective alternative to perforated metal<\/a>. Custom fabricated expanded metal<\/a> comes in a variety of custom patterns that you can choose from. This metal product can also be used for a number of projects and applications. For more on custom fabricated expanded metal<\/a>, click here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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End Bond Shearing<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The process of shearing<\/a> a piece of expanded metal<\/a> to a specified length<\/a> (LWD<\/div>(Long Way of diamond) distance from an outside point on a bond to a corresponding outside point on the following bond across the long distance of the expanded metal diamond opening. Also the distance across all of the long openings of all the diamonds in the sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">LWD<\/a>). A plus or minus 1⁄8” tolerance applies when both ends are sheared. One end is cut on the Bond<\/div>The intersection of two strands in an expanded metal sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">Bond<\/a> parallel to the SWD<\/div>(Short Way of Diamond) Distance from an outside point on a bond to a corresponding outside point on the following bond across the short distance of the expanded metal diamond opening. Sometimes called pitch. Also the distance across all of the short openings of all of the diamonds in the sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">SWD<\/a>, the other end usually has open diamonds. NOTE: When end bond shearing<\/a> is requested for both ends, the sheet is sheared at the center line of the Bond<\/div>The intersection of two strands in an expanded metal sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">bond<\/a> over the specified Width<\/div>This characteristic identifies one dimension of an item. It is commonly used in inches.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">width<\/a>. A tolerance minus 0 plus 1⁄2 diamond applies. It is possible to End Bond<\/div>The intersection of two strands in an expanded metal sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">Bond<\/a> Shear, but extraordinary care must be exercised to maintain the squareness<\/a> of the sheet.<\/p>\n

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End Random Shearing<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The process of shearing<\/a> a piece of expanded metal<\/a> to a specified length<\/a> (LWD<\/div>(Long Way of diamond) distance from an outside point on a bond to a corresponding outside point on the following bond across the long distance of the expanded metal diamond opening. Also the distance across all of the long openings of all the diamonds in the sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">LWD<\/a>). This cut normally leaves open diamonds at both ends but accomplishes close tolerance (plus or minus 1⁄8”) when both ends are sheared.<\/p>\n

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End Shearing<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The process of cutting a piece of expanded metal<\/a> parallel to the short way of the diamond.<\/p>\n

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Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Expanded metal<\/a> is a type of sheet metal that has been cut and stretched to form a regular pattern of metal Mesh<\/div>Number of openings per lineal inch, measured from center of wire to center of wire. This term is often used when referring to wire mesh, which is available in aluminum mesh, copper mesh, brass mesh, bronze mesh, mild steel mesh, pre-galvanized mesh, and stainless steel mesh.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">mesh<\/a>-like material. It is often used in building facades, sunscreens, and walkways.<\/p>\n

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Expanded Metal<\/a> U-Edging<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Expanded Metal<\/a> U-Edging<\/a> is an accessory<\/a> for expanded metal<\/a>. It is a metal u-shaped strip that attaches to the edge of an expanded sheet to make the edges more attractive and uniform. U-Edging<\/a> is also very durable, and easy to install. It also provides a safety barrier at the cut edge of the sheet. For more on expanded metal<\/a> U-Edging<\/a>, click here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Flattened<\/a> Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flattened<\/a> expanded metal<\/a> is regular expanded metal<\/a>, which has been cold rolled. This process leaves the flattened<\/a> expanded metal<\/a> with a flat, smooth surface<\/a> with diamond shaped openings. This metal product is durable, economical, and extremely versatile. For more on flattened<\/a> expanded metal<\/a>, click here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Micro Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Micro expanded metal<\/a> is great for a variety of uses, including metal filters. Our micro expanded metal<\/a> features small openings in a lighter gauge<\/a> sheet of metal, making it perfect for this type of application. There are many other uses as well. For more on micro expanded metal<\/a>, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Regular Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Regular expanded metal<\/a> is a finished product, as it comes from the press after having been die cut and expanded. The strands and bonds form a sharp angle<\/a> to the original plane of the solid sheet.<\/p>\n

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Random Side Shearing<\/a>:<\/strong>
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Side shearing<\/a> is a cut made parallel to the LWD<\/div>(Long Way of diamond) distance from an outside point on a bond to a corresponding outside point on the following bond across the long distance of the expanded metal diamond opening. Also the distance across all of the long openings of all the diamonds in the sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">LWD<\/a> dimension of the expanded sheet, which usually leaves open diamonds. Standard tolerance SWD<\/div>(Short Way of Diamond) Distance from an outside point on a bond to a corresponding outside point on the following bond across the short distance of the expanded metal diamond opening. Sometimes called pitch. Also the distance across all of the short openings of all of the diamonds in the sheet.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">SWD<\/a> is plus or minus 1⁄8” when both sides are sheared.<\/p>\n

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Side Shearing<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

The process of cutting a piece of expanded metal<\/a> parallel to the long dimension of the diamond.<\/p>\n

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Squareness<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

When all four sides of a sheet of expanded metal<\/a> are sheared, the maximum tolerance will be plus or minus 1⁄16” per foot of Width<\/div>This characteristic identifies one dimension of an item. It is commonly used in inches.\" class=\"glossaryLink \">width<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Stainless Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

This type of expanded metal<\/a> is a sheet metal that has been cut and stretched to form a patterned sheet. It is commonly used for corrosive or sanitary environments.<\/p>\n

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Standard Expanded Metal<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Standard expanded metal<\/a>, also referred to as raised expanded metal<\/a>, is durable, economical, versatile, and easy to install. This metal is die cut and stretched on an expanded metal<\/a> press. The strands and bonds give the metal product added strength and rigidity, while maintaining skid resistance and air circulation. For more on standard expanded metal<\/a>, click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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U-Edging<\/a>:<\/strong><\/p>\n

U-Edging<\/a> is an expanded metal<\/a> product accessory<\/a> that is a u-shaped strip attached to the edge of an expanded metal<\/a> product sheet to make the edges more attractive and safer. It is available in carbon steel<\/a>, stainless steel, aluminum, and galvanized steel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Perforated\/Expanded Metal Catalog (Interactive) \u00a0 Architectural Expanded Metal: Architectural expanded metal is made from a self-contained piece of metal that has been die cut and stretched into a diamond pattern with architectural flare. Architectural expanded metal is lightweight, strong, aesthetically pleasing, and can be used for both decorative and functional applications. 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